Wind Tunnel Test Technician

Newson Brown Acoustics LLC, now RWDI; Guelph; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health benefits

Shift premium for afternoon and night

Learning Spending Account

Fitness Spending Account

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

RWDI is seeking a Senior Wind Tunnel Operator to join the Wind Tunnel Group in Guelph, Ontario. This full-time permanent position involves rotating day, afternoon and night shifts, with responsibility for setting up and executing experiments per the test program and quality standards.

Responsibilities include assembling the test model and sensors, configuring data acquisition, ensuring safety and quality, and collaborating with team members to meet project timelines.

Qualifications

• Hands-on carpentry and physical assembly skills.
• Competent with Windows-based programs.
• Excellent attention to detail in physical and computer environments.
• Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble test model on the testing platform.
• Assemble testing sensors into the wind tunnel.
• Connect sensors to data acquisition equipment.
• Configure software to facilitate data collection.
• Ensure test setup meets quality standards.
• Ensure data meets quality standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams.
• Operate equipment safely.
• Follow SOPs for equipment handling.
• Meet project timelines.

Skills

Carpentry / physical assembly

Windows-based software

Attention to detail

Logical thinking

Decision making under pressure

Verbal & written communication

Adaptability to changing priorities

Lift 50 lbs

Education

Instrumentation Technology

Job description

Careers at Senior Wind Tunnel Operator RWDI is a global climate and performance engineering consulting firm that helps its clients redefine what’s possible by overcoming design and operational challenges, while minimizing environmental, user, and resource impact. With deep technical expertise across a broad range of services, we drive success on ambitious building, industry, and infrastructure projects.

We are a values-based organization, which means everything we do relates back to our three core values: innovation, integrity, and integration. So, when we look for new people to join our team, alignment to these values is a vital piece of our people puzzle.

Here’s What This Looks Like

• You push the boundaries of what’s possible
• People know they can rely on you to follow through on your commitments
• You believe that when a group of people come together, they can achieve more than any one person could alone

If this sounds like you and you’re ready to join an award-winning organization and work alongside renown technical and exceptionally innovative colleagues, RWDI is the place for you.

RWDI is seeking a Senior Wind Tunnel Operator to join the Wind Tunnel Group in Guelph, Ontario. This is a full-time permanent position, requiring rotating day, afternoon, and night shifts.

The Senior Wind Tunnel Operator is responsible for setting up and executing experiments adhering to the prescribed test program and quality standards.

Department Wind Tunnel Employment Type Permanent - Full Time Location Guelph, ON Workplace type Onsite Compensation $50,000 - $60,000 / year Reporting To Cory Dean

Key Responsibilities

The Role Includes But Is Not Limited To

• Physical assembly of the test model onto the testing platform
• Physical assembly of testing sensors into the wind tunnel
• Physical connection of sensors to data acquisition equipment
• Configuration of various software programs to facilitate data collection
• Ensure physical test setup meets quality control standards
• Ensure acquired data meets quality control standards
• Communication and collaboration with internal and external team members
• Safe operation of equipment and tools
• Following SOPs in relation to handling and operating equipment and instrumentation
• Performing all duties effectively to meet project timelines

Please note, this is a week day position (Monday - Friday), on a 2 week rotation of day, afternoon and night shifts.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Candidates Need To Also Have The Following Qualifications

• Hands-on skills relating to carpentry or physical assembly of components, including the use of various hand and power tools
• Technologically inclined and competent using windows-based programs
• Excellent attention to detail in both physical and computer environments
• Logical thinker with good judgement and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work with commitment and accuracy under pressure to successfully meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Self-starter and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Post-Secondary education in Instrumentation Technology is considered an asset

Job Benefits

What We Offer

• An opportunity to redefine possible
• Salary range: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 (based on experience)
• Shift premium for afternoon and night shifts
• Group health benefits
• Proactive and ongoing training, education, and a Learning Spending Account
• Fitness Spending Account
• An abundance of career paths and opportunities to advancE

Thank you in advance for your application. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

RWDI endorses and practices the principles of equal opportunity employment. We are committed to diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with AODA and the Human Rights Code. AI is not used in the recruitment process.

About RWDI

RWDI is a leading climate and performance engineering firm that has been helping clients tackling complex engineering challenges in the built environment for more than 50 years. With deep technical expertise, we drive success on ambitious building, industry, and infrastructure projects — enhancing performance, resiliency, and efficiency. Our extensive technical services span every project stage to help maximize performance while minimizing environmental impact. With a team of more than 800 engineers, scientists, and sustainability specialists in more than 30 offices across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, we’re a truly global company. For more information, visit rwdi.com and connect on LinkedIn.